Exploring Metabolism Concepts in Amplify Science

The video tutorial introduces the new unit on metabolism, guiding students through a warm-up activity and a video. It explains how to explore and understand a metabolism simulation, focusing on the cellular level. The tutorial discusses the condition of a fictional patient, Elisa, and how metabolism affects her. Students are tasked with homework involving creating diets in the simulation to observe molecular absorption.

What is the first step you should take when starting the new unit on metabolism?

• Read the chapter on molecules needed by cells

• Ensure you are in the metabolism unit in Amplify

• Watch a video about metabolism

• Complete the pre-unit assessment

What is the purpose of the warm-up activity in the lesson?

• To complete a simulation

• To test your knowledge on metabolism

• To introduce the new unit

• To gather initial ideas about why Alisa feels tired

What role are you taking on in the video for the warm-up activity?

• A doctor

• A medical student

• A patient

• A scientist

Where can you access the metabolism simulation in Amplify?

• In the pre-unit assessment

• In the glossary

• In the upper left-hand corner menu

• In the lesson link

What should you do first when exploring the metabolism simulation?

• Change the activity level

• Add food sources

• Select 'Healthy Body' from the menu

• Select 'Test' mode

What is the main focus when observing the simulation at the cellular level?

• Which molecules are entering the cell

• The color of the molecules

• The speed of the simulation

• The size of the cells

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-2

What are two essential things the human body needs to function properly?

• Air and sunlight

• Food and water

• Water and exercise

• Food and air

What is the definition of metabolism as discussed in the lesson?

• The process of digestion

• The function of the respiratory system

• The circulation of blood

• The body's use of molecules for energy and growth

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-2

NGSS.MS-LS1-7

What is the purpose of the homework involving diet simulations?

• To practice using the simulation

• To test different food sources

• To learn about different types of diets

• To observe the effect of different diets on molecule absorption

What should you record after running each diet simulation in the homework?

• The time taken for the simulation

• The activity level of the simulation

• The types of food used

• The total molecules absorbed by cells

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-7